Summary
Restricts the law firm WilmerHale from government work and access due to its alleged harmful activities against American interests.
What problem does this solve?
The administration believes the law firm WilmerHale uses its power to harm American interests, support political causes, and discriminate. This order cuts the firm's access to government contracts, security clearances, and federal buildings to stop these activities.
Who does this affect?
- WilmerHale employees and partners
- Federal government contractors
- Federal agencies
What does this order do?
Suspends security clearances
Orders the immediate suspension of all active security clearances held by individuals at WilmerHale, pending a review.
Terminates government contracts
Requires agencies to review and, where possible, terminate all government contracts with WilmerHale or companies that do business with them.
Restricts federal hiring
Prohibits government agencies from hiring employees of WilmerHale unless a special waiver is granted.
Limits access to federal buildings
Directs agencies to limit access for WilmerHale employees to federal government buildings.
Requires contractor disclosure
Forces government contractors to disclose any business they conduct with WilmerHale.
Ceases provision of government services
Stops providing government goods, property, and services, like secure facilities, to WilmerHale.
What is the real world impact?
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Targets a specific law firm for its political activities
Directs federal agencies to cut ties with WilmerHale, citing the firm's alleged partisan actions, support for discrimination, and hiring of figures like Robert Mueller, who led a (supposedly) controversial investigation.
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Uses executive power to target political opponents
Critics might argue this order uses the power of the presidency to punish a private company for its political affiliations and for employing individuals involved in investigations of the administration.
When does this start?
This order takes effect immediately on March 27, 2025, and includes a specific deadline for agencies.
Agency assessment of contracts
Within 30 days of March 27, 2025, agencies must submit an assessment of their contracts with WilmerHale to the Office of Management and Budget.